The author promises one week to a fitter, healthier you with this Zone diet plan. It shows you what to eat, when to eat it, and how this is different than any other high protein diet. The Zone prescribes a diet designed to maximize optimal metabolic function (that means burn more calories) by eating more proteins and good fats, and few high glycaemic index (GI) carbohydrates. The Zone is different from other low carb diets in that it does not encourage no carb and always insists on proteins that are low in saturated fat. Other high protein diets lump all carbs together as bad and let the dieter eat as much fat as they like. This introductory Zone guide includes: how to eat in the Zone; how to shop in the Zone; 7 days worth of healthy, satisfying recipes including quick and easy Zone breakfasts, lunches and dinners; the Zone for vegetarians and eating out in the Zone.